Plasma Surface Engineering

Sheffield Hallam University

United Kingdom, Sheffield

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Sheffield Hallam University

United Kingdom , Sheffield

Key Facts

Program Level

PhD (Philosophy Doctorate)

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

City Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 18,600 / year

Next Intake February-2026

Plasma Surface Engineering

About

Course summary

Undertake a period of supervised study as part of the University’s research community.
Learn important engineering technologies, processes and techniques.
Gain hands-on experience of various advanced surface analyses.
Graduate as an employable specialist engineer.
Contribute to the acclaimed work of MERI researchers.

On this course, you'll undertake intensive study into a specific area of plasma surface engineering. You'll benefit from expert tutelage, cutting-edge facilities and a supportive research community. Your finished work will stand alongside widely acclaimed MERI publications – a high proportion of which have been considered 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent'.

Embark on a detailed study of plasma surface engineering, in the cutting-edge facilities of the Materials and Engineering Research Institute (MERI).

Disciplines

Engineering

Requirements

Entry Requirements

All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same).

All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.

You are encouraged to find out more about our staff and their current research to inform the development of your research proposal and to ensure it aligns with our research themes. Before submitting your proposal, please contact the member(s) of staff listed against the relevant research theme.

Applicants are required to give a short 10–15 minute presentation followed by an interview. Interview panel members will include the head of research degrees for the relevant research area or centre, a local postgraduate research tutor and a prospective director of studies.

Where English is not your first language, you must show evidence of English language ability to the following minimum level of proficiency: an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or above, with at least 6.0 in each component or an accepted equivalent. Please note that your test score must be current, i.e. within the last two years.